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Oral-Maxillofacial Surgery

Oral and maxillofacialsurgery is a
specialty involving the diagnosis, surgery and treatment of injuries
and defects in the mouth, teeth, face, jaws and soft tissues of the
oral and maxillofacial region. An oral surgeon is required to obtain
6 additional years of hospital based surgical and anesthesia
training. An oral surgeon has specialized knowledge in pain control
and advanced training in anesthesia to provide quality care with
maximum patient comfort and safety in the office setting.

Types of procedures performed by an oral-maxillofacial
surgeon can include: